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In episode 144 of The OCD Stories podcast my guest interviewer (Jess) interviewed Chrissie Hodges. Chrissie is a Mental Health Advocate & Public Speaker, Peer Support Coach, Author of ‘Pure OCD: The Invisible Side of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder’. Chrissie was awarded the Hero award at the 24th IOCDF conference.

In this episode Jess talks to Chrissie about an her story (an update on it), working through trauma, dealing with emotions beyond anxiety, breaking down stigma, how friends and family can support their loved one with OCD without giving reassurance, tips for starting advocacy, peer support, handling the “What if this is not OCD?” intrusive thought, raising awareness in schools, feeling self-compassion, and much much more. Hope it helps.  

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Find out more about Chrissie:

Chrissie’s website: ChrissieHodges.com

Book: “Pure OCD: The Invisible Side of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder”

Chrissie’s podcast: Coffee with Chrissie

Chrissie on The OCD Stories part 1

Chrissie on The OCD Stories part 2

Chrissie on The OCD Stories part 3

Resources:

Kimberley Quinlan

The OCD Stories book >>

To your success,
Stuart

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